Families in Samoens

Samoens and the local area are fantastic for children of all ages. In winter, children from 3-6 years can join the “Piou Piou" or Kindergarden at Samoens 1600. This is a designated fun area created for your child’s first holiday on skis, allowing them to learn the basics in preparation for ski school. Children are also accepted into the standard French ski school ESF in Samoens from 3 1/2 years. Booking is recommended particularly during February.

Check out our Family Savings page which outlines what savings you can receive by booking with Alps Accommodation.

Children under 5 receive a free lift pass and there are discounts available for older children on our winter page.

Private British Nannies

Sun & Snow Childcare - A fun, friendly and flexible private nanny service, available in Samoëns, Morillon, Sixt and Verchaix. Emily and Valerie are fully qualified, English speaking nannies with extensive experience of childcare and the local area enabling them to provide you with the best care and value on the slopes. Working with children and babies of any age they are fully insured and can create a custom-made package that will suit yours and your children’s needs. This can include collecting kids from ski lessons and preparing lunch at your accommodation. To read customer reviews or learn more about Emily and Valerie’s experience visit the Sun and Snow Childcare website http://www.sunandsnowchildcare.com/ alternatively get in touch for a chat. Please let them know we recommended you. Emily: 0044 (0)7742 464906, Val: 0044 (0)7525 359959 or email: sunandsnowchildcare@gmail.com

For winter activities in Samoens and the area, there’s plenty to keep the family busy. In winter there are numerous slopes for sledging, the Septi Train, an outdoor ice skating rink, horse and cart, and entertainments in Samoens square. Other fun family activities include snow shoeing and animal tracking for children from 5 years old.

For non skiing children and also during the summer holidays from 3 years-13 years, a local activity club is a great option named The Marmottes. These centres are located in Verchaix for 3-6 years and Vallons Samoens for the 6-13 years during the English and French school holidays. Full days available with lunch included, or half days are available. Prior booking is required. Contact David TOMASZEWSKI on centrelamarmotte@gmail.com, tel: 0033 6 42 57 23 34.

In the summer there are 2 adventure playgrounds, nature discovery trails, kids club, children’s rafting, a merry go round and a mini train which offers excursions around Samoens. There is also an outdoor swimming pool with slides and a family swimming area at the local lake Lac Bleu, Morillon, with lifeguards. Read more about family summer activities.

With prior request, cots and high chairs are available at most properties which feature on our website, free of charge. Owners do not normally provide linen and pillows for the cots, so we recommend bringing your own bedding to suit your requirements.

Property of the Month!

"Good selection of self catering properties in Samoëns. Good communication with prompt responses to any questions. Very accommodating when we wanted to check in early. Will be using again!" Kirsten Putley, Chalet Chamoissiere, March 2019

"Alps Accommodation are a great company to book a holiday with. The website is easy to use and they have a good choice of accommodation on offer. They respond to emails really quickly and are always friendly and helpful. They provide loads of information and the arrival and departure process was seamless. The quality of our accommodation was really high and we would not hesitate to use them again. In fact we have already booked two more holidays with them!" Alison Smith, La Cabine, February 2019

"Big thanks for an ace stay! The chalet was beautiful and very welcoming on a return from the slopes each day. Tim (the property manager) was great at answering any questions and the 20% discount on the ski passes was a real bonus! We will definitely return, hopefully with a few more in the group next time!" Giles Family, Apartment Bois de Lune 3, January 2019

"This is our second stay here (Chalet L'Orlaya), this time a winter visit. Fantastic skiing and beautiful walks. We love this area and are looking forward to returning again in the Spring." Parker Family, No. 1 Chalet L'Orlaya, January 2019

"Another lovely stay in your wonderful chalet. Samoens is magical at Christmas time. Being here is like home from home, we've all had a great time skiing, hot tubbing, eating and drinking, and playing games! Quality family time! Thank you again, and hope to be back soon - maybe summer next time, for a change!" The Addison Family, Apartment Biollet, Christmas 2018

"The accommodation was perfect for our requirements and is situated in a idyllic yet central location. The welcome basket was very much appreciated, and the property managers extremely helpful, responding quickly to any queries. Thank you for such a lovely holiday, we hope to visit again and would definitely recommend." Parkes family, Chalet Toubkal, August 2018

"We stayed at Chalet Taylor which was recently renovated, everything was fabulous; the chalet, the location, hot tub, fireplace, kitchen, beds, nothing to complain! We are a family of four including two young kids, and prefer to spend Christmas holidays in either Samoens or Morillon. We always use Alps Accommodation's services, it is always great!"Ozsunar Family, Chalet Taylor, Christmas 2018

"Fantastic room, hospitality and food. I've tried hundreds of chalets and here is about the best!" John Hill, Editor, The Good Ski Guide, Chalet Moccand.